Elgar Companion to Hannah Arendt

This thought-provoking Companion analyzes Hannah Arendt’s work in relation to contemporary issues in the social sciences. In pursuit of answering the question of ‘why Arendt matters,’ expert contributors critically engage with her life and work to develop unique perspectives on the complexities of the 21st century.Spanning the social sciences, humanities, and environmental studies, this Companion extends beyond traditional disciplinary boundaries, drawing on extensive primary and secondary sources. It covers subjects including the mobilization of identity in politics, the expansion of authoritarian populist regimes, the recurrence of mass atrocities across the world, and the Anthropocene. Chapters explore often overlooked topics such as LGBT politics, the ecological crisis, and organized governmental lying to demonstrate that Arendt will remain an important companion thinker and guide into the future.Illuminating and expansive, this Companion is an indispensable read for scholars interested in the latest critical engagements with Arendt’s life and work from a wide range of perspectives. It is also a valuable resource for students across political science, philosophy, and the social sciences.